Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Gorda, CA
Nestled along the breathtaking Big Sur coast, Gorda, CA, offers an array of camping options for outdoor enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves in nature. For RV campers, the enchanting Gorda Springs and nearby Big Sur River Inn provide spacious sites with stunning ocean views and access to essential amenities. Tent camping is ideal at nearby Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, where campsites are embraced by towering redwoods and the gentle sound of the Big Sur River, creating a serene backdrop for nature lovers. Dispersed camping fans can find numerous secluded spots along the Los Padres National Forest, allowing for a truly off-grid experience surrounded by rugged coastal mountains and pristine wilderness. With its dramatic cliffs, crystal-clear waters, and diverse flora and fauna, Gorda serves as a gateway to unforgettable adventures in California’s central coast. Whether you choose the comfort of an RV, the simplicity of tent camping, or the wildness of dispersed sites, Gorda promises an unforgettable outdoor escape.
Plaskett Creek Campground is located in the Monterey Ranger District, Los Padres National Forest (1 hr 32 min west of El Paso de Robles, CA) with an elevation of 386 feet. There are a total of 46 campsites. The campground is open all year. 23 sites can accommodate RVs between 20 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $45.00 to $200.00. Some amenities include flush toilets. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Kirk Creek Campground is located in the Monterey Ranger District, Los Padres National Forest (3 hrs 21 min southeast of Seaside, CA) with an elevation of 508 feet. There are a total of 32 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 26 and 56 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $45.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming, restroom. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Limekiln Campground is part of Limekiln State Park in California (3 hrs 26 min southeast of Seaside, CA) with an elevation of 105 feet. There are a total of 23 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 18 and 24 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $35.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, accessible, swimming, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Memorial Campground is located in the Monterey Ranger District, Los Padres National Forest (2 hrs 1 min southeast of Seaside, CA) with an elevation of 2,102 feet. There are a total of 8 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs between 20 and 80 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Arroyo Seco Campground is located in the Monterey Ranger District, Los Padres National Forest (59 min south of Salinas, CA) with an elevation of 956 feet. There are a total of 39 campsites including 17 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 22 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $35.00 to $150.00. Some amenities include shower. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
China Camp is located in the Monterey Ranger District, Los Padres National Forest (1 hr 20 min southeast of Seaside, CA) with an elevation of 4,311 feet. There are a total of 10 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 20 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Pfeiffer Big Sur Campground is part of Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park in California (56 min south of Seaside, CA) with an elevation of 225 feet. There are a total of 157 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is open all year. 156 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 32 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Fees range from $35.00 to $50.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, general store, accessible, laundry facility, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, floating sports.
White Oaks Campground is located in the Monterey Ranger District, Los Padres National Forest (1 hr 8 min southeast of Seaside, CA) with an elevation of 4,013 feet. There are a total of 8 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs between 20 and 30 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
San Simeon Creek Campground is part of Hearst San Simeon State Park in California (45 min west of El Paso de Robles, CA) with an elevation of 45 feet. There are a total of 119 campsites including 5 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 114 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 35 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 19 sites have water hookups. Fees range from $10.00 to $35.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
Washburn Campground is part of Hearst San Simeon State Park in California (45 min west of El Paso de Robles, CA) with an elevation of 195 feet. There are a total of 65 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 35 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include hiking trails.
Pinnacles Campground is part of Pinnacles National Monument in California (46 min southeast of Hollister, CA) with an elevation of 2,008 feet. There are a total of 134 campsites including 10 cabins. The campground is open all year. 109 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 16 and 90 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 34 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $40.00 to $129.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, general store, swimming, restroom, amphitheater, pay telephone, gift shop, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails, rock climbing.
Morro Strand Campground is part of Morro Strand State Beach in California (just 22 min northwest of San Luis Obispo, CA) with an elevation of 16 feet. There are a total of 75 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 22 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $35.00 to $50.00. Some amenities include swimming, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, floating sports.
Morro Bay Campground is part of Morro Bay State Park in California (just 20 min northwest of San Luis Obispo, CA) with an elevation of 23 feet. There are a total of 120 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 35 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 28 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $35.00 to $50.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, accessible, marina, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include boating, hiking trails.
Cerro Alto Campground is located in the Santa Lucia Ranger District, Los Padres National Forest (32 min northwest of San Luis Obispo, CA) with an elevation of 1,196 feet. There are a total of 22 campsites including 13 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 9 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 15 and 35 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $35.00 per night. Some amenities include drinking water, swimming, restroom, trash dumpster. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Islay Creek Campground is part of Montana De Oro State Park in California (30 min west of San Luis Obispo, CA) with an elevation of 64 feet. There are a total of 44 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 27 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Some amenities include drinking water, accessible, swimming, restroom, amphitheater. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Valley View Campground is part of Fremont Peak State Park in California (51 min northeast of Salinas, CA) with an elevation of 2,722 feet. There are a total of 13 campsites including 5 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 8 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 25 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include hiking trails.
Oak Point Campground is part of Fremont Peak State Park in California (50 min northeast of Salinas, CA) with an elevation of 2,722 feet. There are a total of 11 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 25 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include hiking trails.
Sunset Campground is part of Sunset State Beach in California (just 17 min southwest of Watsonville, CA) with an elevation of 132 feet. There are a total of 84 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 24 and 31 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $35.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, swimming, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
North Beach Campground is part of Pismo State Beach in California (just 9 min west of Arroyo Grande, CA) with an elevation of 10 feet. There are a total of 95 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 36 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, dump station, accessible, swimming, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Oceano Campground is part of Pismo State Beach in California (just 12 min west of Arroyo Grande, CA) with an elevation of 12 feet. There are a total of 73 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 36 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 37 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $25.00 to $40.00. Some amenities include shower, accessible, swimming, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Navajo Flats Campground is located in the Santa Lucia Ranger District, Los Padres National Forest (58 min east of San Luis Obispo, CA) with an elevation of 2,185 feet. There are a total of 6 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Activities include biking, hiking trails, ohv allowed from campsite.
New Brighton Campground is part of New Brighton State Beach in California (just 12 min east of Santa Cruz, CA) with an elevation of 123 feet. There are a total of 106 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 26 and 36 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 10 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $35.00 to $50.00. Some amenities include shower, accessible, swimming, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Los Banos Creek Campground is part of San Luis Reservoir State Recreation Area in California (just 24 min southwest of Los Banos, CA) with an elevation of 351 feet. There are a total of 14 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 30 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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